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Abu Dhabi Classics kicks off new season with Russian National Orchestra
Monday, September 30, 2019Abu Dhabi Classics will return next month with a pair of shows by the Russian National Orchestra. The Grammy award winning group, who hail from Moscow, will make their way to the Cultural Foundation for concerts that will kick off the live music series. More concerts from Abu Dhabi Classics will be announced soon. Under… Abu Dhabi Classics kicks off new season with Russian National Orchestra
Eight killed and six seriously hurt in Dubai bus crash
Monday, September 30, 2019Eight people died and six others were injured in a horrific road crash involving a minibus and a heavy goods vehicle on one of Dubai’s busiest traffic routes. Dubai Police said the 14-passenger bus rammed into the lorry, which was stopped on the hard shoulder. The minibus driver and seven passengers were declared dead at… Eight killed and six seriously hurt in Dubai bus crash
Dubai Future Council for Transportation examines self-driving practices
Monday, September 30, 2019(WAM) — The Dubai Future Council for Transportation has met to discuss trends of transportation infrastructure and measures ought to be embraced by cities as part of their efforts for addressing future transportation needs. It also examined the practices of some cities, such as Oslo, and their expectations of the future of self-driving transport. The… Dubai Future Council for Transportation examines self-driving practices
Saudi King Salman’s bodyguard killed during dispute
Sunday, September 29, 2019A personal bodyguard of Saudi Arabia’s King Salman was shot and killed by a friend after a dispute, police said on Sunday. Maj Gen Abdulaziz Al Fagham was fatally shot at the home of a friend in Jeddah, according to a statement from the Makkah police department. Police said Al Fagham was visiting his friend… Saudi King Salman’s bodyguard killed during dispute
UAE, Russia discuss tech, scientific cooperation in Moscow
Sunday, September 29, 2019MOSCOW, 29th September, 2019 (WAM) — Moscow has hosted the second meeting of the UAE-Russian Industrial, Technological and Scientific Cooperation Team. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Mattar Hamed Al Niyadi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Energy and Industry, and Alexei Vladimirovic, Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce of Russia. During the meeting, both sides… UAE, Russia discuss tech, scientific cooperation in Moscow
Uzbekistan PM discusses strategic partnership in government modernisation with UAE delegation
Saturday, September 28, 2019(WAM) – The Governments of the UAE and Uzbekistan highlighted the outcomes of their strategic partnership in government modernization, the efforts of joint task forces, projects and initiatives launched under the partnership, and ways to enhance cooperation in areas of mutual interest. Abdulla Aripov, Prime Minister of Uzbekistan, and Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, UAE… Uzbekistan PM discusses strategic partnership in government modernisation with UAE delegation
flydubai celebrates five years of operations to Moscow
Saturday, September 28, 2019Dubai-based flydubai is marking the fifth anniversary of its first flight to Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport (VKO). In the last five years, more than 450,000 passengers have flown with flydubai on this route. The airline expanded its service to the capital of Russia following four years of operations to several other Russian destinations. Russia has been… flydubai celebrates five years of operations to Moscow
Montegrappa launches unique fountain pen to commemorate Emirati Astronaut in space
Thursday, September 26, 2019(WAM) – To commemorate the UAE’s first manned mission to space, Montegrappa, an Italian company of luxury products, has launched a unique fountain pen commissioned for the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre, celebrating Hazza Al Mansoori, the first Emirati Astronaut in space. MBRSC is also responsible for the development of various projects including the UAE… Montegrappa launches unique fountain pen to commemorate Emirati Astronaut in space
Grand Millennium Dubai hosted XPEDITION Annual Gala Awards in partnership with Smile Train
Thursday, September 26, 2019Grand Millennium Dubai, a 5-star property located in Barsha Heights, hosted XPEDITION Annual Gala Awards in partnership with Smile Train, a charitable organization that provides corrective surgery for children with cleft lips and palate. The hotel was named by XPEDITION Middle East Magazine as the official address for the one and only reigning Miss Universe Catriona… Grand Millennium Dubai hosted XPEDITION Annual Gala Awards in partnership with Smile Train
Soyuz carrying first Emirati astronaut docks at ISS (Video)
Thursday, September 26, 2019The first Emirati astronaut blasted off to space on Wednesday evening and was heading towards the International Space Station at 13,000kph as his proud his country looked on. Major Hazza Al Mansouri made history as he climbed the steps of the Soyuz rocket, giving a final wave to relatives and television crews before a 5.57pm… Soyuz carrying first Emirati astronaut docks at ISS (Video)
